When I visited my cousin brother 5 years back. I was excited to meet his son who was just 2 years old. I started to talk to him.(actual names changed)
"Hi Ashok, "How are you?"
(No response)
"Hey, I got this toy for you. Do you like it ?"
(No verbal response or signs)
I was bit surprised. For that age, you should atleast get a some sign language response. During my stay for 2 days, I saw that he just plays on his own. He doesn't act on any of the commands. He don't respond. He didn't act as a normal toddler. I asked to my cousin, he said "he is just 2 years and he will change when he grows?!. Also the difference in languages making him difficult to start talking.. ". That was his response.
After couple of years later, I read an article about Autism. I was really taken back by it and can correlate with my cousin son. I called my cousin immediately and talked to him about it. He then said,"Yes, we also came to know its a disorder named Autism. We are starting to see a theropist and trying to see what they can do".
This a true story and it is now more common in many families these days. As a father now, I can really feel the pain these parents go through. As a parent, we all except to play with our kids and see their cute smile and childish response for our child play. Thats not the case with these kids. The stories sometimes makes my heart cry. I don't know what to do other than pray to god.
Today, April 2nd is designated as World Autism day. I decided to post this blog to make it aware to as many people to help and pray for this kids. Here are some explanation.
"Hi Ashok, "How are you?"
(No response)
"Hey, I got this toy for you. Do you like it ?"
(No verbal response or signs)
I was bit surprised. For that age, you should atleast get a some sign language response. During my stay for 2 days, I saw that he just plays on his own. He doesn't act on any of the commands. He don't respond. He didn't act as a normal toddler. I asked to my cousin, he said "he is just 2 years and he will change when he grows?!. Also the difference in languages making him difficult to start talking.. ". That was his response.
After couple of years later, I read an article about Autism. I was really taken back by it and can correlate with my cousin son. I called my cousin immediately and talked to him about it. He then said,"Yes, we also came to know its a disorder named Autism. We are starting to see a theropist and trying to see what they can do".
This a true story and it is now more common in many families these days. As a father now, I can really feel the pain these parents go through. As a parent, we all except to play with our kids and see their cute smile and childish response for our child play. Thats not the case with these kids. The stories sometimes makes my heart cry. I don't know what to do other than pray to god.
Today, April 2nd is designated as World Autism day. I decided to post this blog to make it aware to as many people to help and pray for this kids. Here are some explanation.
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How many of you aware of Autism?
One in 150 kids has autism according to survey. It's not really a mental disorder as many think. It is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills.
What causes Autism?
There is no known single cause for autism, but it is generally accepted that it is caused by abnormalities in brain structure or function. Brain scans show differences in the shape and structure of the brain in children with autism versus neuro-typical children.Researchers are investigating a number of theories, including the link between heredity, genetics and medical problems. In many families, there appears to be a pattern of autism or related disabilities, further supporting a genetic basis to the disorder.
Early Signs of Austims:
One in 150 kids has autism according to survey. It's not really a mental disorder as many think. It is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills.
What causes Autism?
There is no known single cause for autism, but it is generally accepted that it is caused by abnormalities in brain structure or function. Brain scans show differences in the shape and structure of the brain in children with autism versus neuro-typical children.Researchers are investigating a number of theories, including the link between heredity, genetics and medical problems. In many families, there appears to be a pattern of autism or related disabilities, further supporting a genetic basis to the disorder.
Early Signs of Austims:
Some signs to look for in the children in your life:
- Lack of or delay in spoken language
- Repetitive use of language and/or motor mannerisms (e.g., hand-flapping, twirling objects)
- Little or no eye contact
- Lack of interest in peer relationships
- Lack of spontaneous or make-believe play
- Persistent fixation on parts of objects
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Indian Marriages
In many sections of our country, there is a tradition to marry the close relatives like neice marrying her uncle or nephew marrying his aunt. According to some research, that may be one of the causes for Autism on kids of thos marriages because of the same blood and genetics mismatches. It is not proven 100%. But I feel that may be reason my cousin's son Autism. My cousin got married to his close uncle's daughter. Because of this one, I strongly opposed my late grandpa's proposal to marry my uncle's daughter.
These kinda of marriages might work out well most of the time but sometimes it creates complications not for us for the kids. I have seen many kinds in this kind of marriages just in my relatives circle. Why do we have to make our kids suffer?! Instead we can be precautionary and avoid this circumstance of putting a child to ill fate. That is cruel in my perspective.
Also I feel as educated we are as a country. We should strongly try to be aware of this medical conditions and try to educate parents, friends who has kids that are growing. An early dediction of this disorder can help great extent in way to rectify it.
I felt thankful to God for my son who is normal and we should be. So Please do take a moment to pray for these kids at this day. Just my kind and humble request.
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In many sections of our country, there is a tradition to marry the close relatives like neice marrying her uncle or nephew marrying his aunt. According to some research, that may be one of the causes for Autism on kids of thos marriages because of the same blood and genetics mismatches. It is not proven 100%. But I feel that may be reason my cousin's son Autism. My cousin got married to his close uncle's daughter. Because of this one, I strongly opposed my late grandpa's proposal to marry my uncle's daughter.
These kinda of marriages might work out well most of the time but sometimes it creates complications not for us for the kids. I have seen many kinds in this kind of marriages just in my relatives circle. Why do we have to make our kids suffer?! Instead we can be precautionary and avoid this circumstance of putting a child to ill fate. That is cruel in my perspective.
Also I feel as educated we are as a country. We should strongly try to be aware of this medical conditions and try to educate parents, friends who has kids that are growing. An early dediction of this disorder can help great extent in way to rectify it.
I felt thankful to God for my son who is normal and we should be. So Please do take a moment to pray for these kids at this day. Just my kind and humble request.
Check my other website on Money @ Money really matters
